Welcome to Your
Fort Myers Podiatrist
Board-certified foot and ankle surgeons right here in Fort Myers. Same-day appointments. We accept Medicare, most PPO Medicare Advantage plans, and most major private PPO commercial insurances. See full insurance details →

π Fort Myers — Colonial Office1645 Colonial Blvd
Fort Myers, FL 33907
Just west of Hwy 41
Look for the iconic red metallic foot sculpture & LED billboard
Insurance Accepted: We accept Medicare, most PPO Medicare Advantage plans, and most major private PPO commercial insurances. Our team verifies your coverage before your first visit. View full insurance information →
Meet Your Local Doctor
Fellowship-trained foot and ankle surgeon dedicated to your Fort Myers community.

Dr. Altepeter is a highly experienced podiatrist with special interests in complex wound care and deformity reconstruction. He earned his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine and completed his residency at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital, with Reconstructive Rearfoot and Ankle credentials. He further honed his expertise through a Reconstruction and Limb Salvage Surgical Fellowship at Family Foot and Leg Center.
Full Profile →The Region’s Only Fellowship-Level Teaching Practice
Foot pain shouldn’t wait. Your Fort Myers team is ready — call, book, or chat now.
πCall Now(239) 430-3668 π Book OnlineSame-day availableFort Myers Patients Walking Pain-Free
βDr. Altepeter saved my foot. As a diabetic I was terrified about a wound that wasn’t healing. He took over my care and the results were remarkable.β
βI had a complex foot deformity that other doctors said needed major surgery. Dr. Altepeter found a less invasive solution and I was back on my feet quickly.β
βBest podiatry office in Fort Myers. Same-day appointment, thorough exam, and a clear treatment plan. The entire team is professional and caring.β
Fort Myers Podiatry FAQs
Our Fort Myers office is at 1645 Colonial Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33907 — on Colonial Blvd just west of US-41/Tamiami Trail. Look for the iconic red metallic foot sculpture and large LED billboard — you can’t miss it.
The Fort Myers Colonial office is home to Dr. Joseph Altepeter, DPM, AACFAS, Clinical Director. Dr. Altepeter specializes in complex wound care and deformity reconstruction and completed a Reconstruction and Limb Salvage Fellowship right here at Family Foot and Leg Center.
Yes. We accept Medicare, most PPO Medicare Advantage plans, and most major private PPO commercial insurances. Our team verifies your coverage before your first appointment. View our full insurance information here.
Call (239) 430-3668, book online at naplespodiatrist.transform9.com, or chat with Chloe on our website. Same-day and next-day appointments are typically available at our Fort Myers Colonial office.
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Fax: (239) 692-9436
Tel: 239-430-3668